"Enough with the bragging, can you die if you don't show off? It's just a village head, do you have to be so desperate?"
From the crowd, a thin man pointed at Er Zhu, looking like he had seen through him.
"I've finished speaking."
Er Zhu didn't pay him any mind. After saying that, he put down the microphone and left the stage.
Seeing someone look down on him so much, the man's eyes were filled with rage. But at that moment, a round of applause erupted from the audience.
The rage in the man's eyes instantly subsided by half. He stared fixedly at the person at the very front.
The one leading the applause was Liu Changfa!
Thinking of how Liu Changfa had spoken up for Er Zhu earlier, and seeing Liu Changfa applaud enthusiastically, the man slowly stood up.
With Liu Changfa backing him, he was undoubtedly the village head of Shiliu Village!
If he had known that Sun Xiao had offended someone like this, he wouldn't have helped him even if he were beaten to death!
The man clenched his fists, his gaze flicking to Sun Xiao behind him. Sun Xiao seemed to sense the sharp look and shivered.
A mayfly trying to shake a tree!
That's right, Sun Xiao could only think of this phrase in his mind at this moment. The mayfly naturally referred to him; Er Zhu was the tree.
"It's fine, I might not have industries, but I have connections."
But it was only for a moment. Sun Xiao quickly regained his confidence. He muttered to himself while frantically operating his phone.
What good were many industries?
Becoming a village head wasn't about who had the most wealth, but who had the capability to lead the villagers to prosperity!
Could a fool lead the villagers to prosperity?
That was a pipe dream!
"Alright, all the candidates have spoken, right? Then I'll say a few words."
Just as Sun Xiao finished contacting various influential people, he heard Liu Changfa's voice from a distance.
In a blink, Liu Changfa's speech also ended. Just as everyone was preparing to leave, Liu Changfa looked towards the door, his eyes widening!
"Boss Lin, what a surprise to see you here!"
Liu Changfa greeted him with a face full of smiles, excitedly taking the portly man's hand and leading him in.
Everyone else was also stunned to see the man, a hint of confusion flashing in their eyes.
"This is Boss Lin Weiguo. He has invested in many projects in our town and is also a friend of Sun Xiao."
Just as Er Zhu stood up to leave, Uncle Liu grabbed him and whispered a reminder.
"Sun Xiao is trying to compete with you on connections. You must pay attention."
"Oh."
Uncle Liu stared intently at Liu Changfa and Lin Weiguo, reminding him with a worried expression.
But he didn't expect Er Zhu to answer so nonchalantly.
"Er Zhu, you can't be careless! Lin Weiguo is also very important to Liu Changfa!"
Uncle Liu thought Er Zhu hadn't grasped the meaning and reminded him with some urgency.
"Alright, I know."
Er Zhu gave Uncle Liu a reassuring look and then contemptuously glanced at Lin Weiguo, a slight smile tugging at the corner of his lips.
What was the use of showing off connections here? The final vote belonged to the villagers.
Fool!
"My dear Er Zhu, Sun Xiao's capabilities are there for all to see. I dare say that only under his leadership can the entire Shiliu Village march towards prosperity!"
After a round of pleasantries, Lin Weiguo did not forget Sun Xiao's instructions. He beckoned to Sun Xiao and said confidently.
Seeing Lin Weiguo call his name, Sun Xiao quickly ran over with a smile. As he passed Er Zhu, he even gave him a triumphant smile, his eyes full of provocation.
His expression seemed to say, "I will definitely be the village head, everything you've done is in vain!"
Er Zhu paid him no mind. He completely ignored Sun Xiao and turned to leave.
"Er Zhu, Sun Xiao has already challenged you. You can't just leave like this. How about you also call Old Chen?"
"If Shiliu Village falls into the hands of such a despicable person, I will not rest in peace even in death!"
Uncle Liu pulled Er Zhu back again. He clenched his fists, looking at Sun Xiao with eyes full of resentment!
"No need. Such a small matter doesn't require Old Chen's intervention."
Er Zhu glanced dismissively at Sun Xiao, who was enthusiastically greeting Liu Changfa, his eyes still calm.
But the other candidates had already gathered in twos and threes. At this moment, they had already made up their minds:
In this round, Sun Xiao was bound to win!
In terms of family assets, Sun Xiao seemed to have a slight advantage. But in terms of connections, Sun Xiao was a complete victor!
By then, Lin Weiguo could casually invest in any project in Shiliu Village, and Shiliu Village would be the most prosperous village in the entire town!
Thinking of this, most of the candidates rushed towards Sun Xiao with flattering smiles, while the rest hesitated.
"It's over, it's all over!"
Seeing Sun Xiao's beaming smile, Uncle Liu was filled with despair.
Shiliu Village was doomed!
"Er Zhu!"
Just as Uncle Liu reached the peak of despair, he suddenly heard Old Chen's voice from the doorway. Liu Changfa also saw Old Chen at the door and quickly went to greet him.
"Old Chen, what brings you here!"
Liu Changfa clasped Old Chen's hand, his smile seemingly even brighter than before. He kept winking at Old Chen.
Having been in the business world for many years, how could he not guess why Lin Weiguo had suddenly visited? He also disdained Sun Xiao's tactics, but out of consideration for Lin Weiguo's contributions to the town, he couldn't ignore it.
Now that Old Chen was here, he wanted to see what other tricks Sun Xiao had!
Old Chen's eyes flashed with a sharp light. He naturally understood Liu Changfa's intentions and nodded with a smile.
Not far away, Lin Weiguo and Sun Xiao exchanged glances, both seeing shock in each other's eyes.
Why was Old Chen here?
He was from a prominent family in the city!
Even if Lin Weiguo's entire fortune were combined, it wouldn't be a tenth of the Chen family's!
"Who is Er Zhu?"
While shocked, Lin Weiguo seemed to recall something and leaned closer to Sun Xiao to ask.
Sun Xiao glared venomously at Er Zhu, a fierce glint flashing in his eyes!
"Haha, Er Zhu is running for village head today. Of course, I have to come and support him. We are sworn friends despite the age difference!"
Just as Lin Weiguo followed Sun Xiao's gaze, Old Chen burst into laughter and affectionately took Er Zhu's hand, his eyes filled with tenderness.
Boom!
This scene further exploded the small conference room. All eyes were on Er Zhu.
Although they didn't know Old Chen's identity, from Liu Changfa's enthusiastic attitude and Old Chen's commanding presence, they could guess that this was a major figure!
Moreover, a bigger figure than Lin Weiguo!
Yet, such a figure, whom they could only look up to, claimed to be sworn friends with Er Zhu!
Everyone's eyeballs were about to pop out in shock. Amidst their astonishment, a hint of envy was revealed.
Hearing Old Chen's words, Uncle Liu, who was not far away, smiled slightly, his hope reignited!
A great figure is indeed a great figure, possessing foresight!
"Er Zhu, apart from you, no one else is worthy of being the village head of Shiliu Village!"
His words were resonant and unquestionable!